I’ve had a sore patch on the roof of my mouth for about 4 weeks now. I’ve been to the dentist twice and been told it looked like it had been caused by trauma and not sinister. I know the mouth heals quickly and anything that doesn’t heal in 3 weeks needs investigation so I’m going back to the dentist later this week.

I have health anxiety and am so worried it might be cancer. I’m trying to be strong and not think about it but the fear has taken over and I’m finding it hard to function and go to work. I feel pathetic posting here when there are such brave people with far bigger problems. I just wanted to talk to somebody and try and stay sane whilst I’m waiting to see someone. I live alone and feel very isolated. Thank you for reading.